Sheriff's HEART Website
Policies & Legal Notices
Effective Date: November 17th, 2025
Welcome to the website of the Sheriff's Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms and policies described below. These policies are designed to ensure transparency, protect your privacy, and explain your rights and responsibilities when using our online services.
If you do not agree to any of the policies outlined on this page, you should not use this website.
1. General Legal Notice & Acceptance of Terms
Access to and use of the Sheriff's HEART website is provided subject to these Website Policies and Legal Notices. Your use of this site indicates your acceptance of these terms, conditions, and all applicable laws.
These policies govern your use of the website only and do not replace any agreements or requirements related to volunteer service, donations, or program participation.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
A. Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may choose to provide personal information when you:
1. Submit a Contact Form
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Name
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Email address
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Message content
2. Make a Donation
Donations are processed securely through PayPal. We may receive:
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Your name
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Your email address
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Donation amount
Sheriff's HEART does not collect or store credit card numbers or bank account information.
3. Submit a Volunteer Application
Volunteer applicants may provide:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Date of birth
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Driver's license information
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Emergency contact details
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Experience, skills, or certifications
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Any additional information required for eligibility review
This information is used solely to evaluate volunteer eligibility and maintain operational and public safety requirements.
B. Information Automatically Collected
When you browse this website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and operating system
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Date and time of visit
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Pages viewed and navigation paths
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Referring website
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General site usage behavior
This information is not personally identifiable and is used to improve site performance and user experience.
C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
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Enable core website functionality
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Maintain session continuity
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Analyze site traffic and usage
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Improve user experience
You may configure your browser to accept, block, or delete cookies. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
3. How We Use Information
Sheriff's HEART uses collected information to:
For All Website Visitors
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Improve and operate the website
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Respond to inquiries
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Monitor usage trends and performance
For Donors
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Process and acknowledge donations
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Maintain donation records
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Comply with legal and financial reporting requirements
For Volunteer Applicants
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Review applications and determine eligibility
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Contact applicants regarding next steps
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Perform background checks or screening if required
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Maintain organizational safety and compliance
General Administrative Purposes
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Prevent fraud or misuse
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Protect system security
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell or trade personal information.
4. How We Share Information
Information may be shared only in the following circumstances:
A. Service Providers
We may share limited information with vendors who support our operations such as:
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Website hosting
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Email systems
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PayPal donation processing
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Volunteer management tools
They may use your information only to perform services for us.
B. Volunteer Screening
If required for safety or legal compliance, volunteer applicant information may be shared with:
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Background check providers
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Relevant county partners assisting with volunteer onboarding
C. Legal Requirements
We may disclose information to comply with:
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Subpoenas or court orders
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Law enforcement requests
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Protection of rights, property, and safety
D. With Your Consent
Information may be shared when you explicitly authorize it.
5. Disclaimers
A. Disclaimer of Liability
Sheriff's HEART is not responsible for any incorrect or improper use of information on this site. We are not liable for damages arising from:
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Errors or omissions
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Interruptions or delays
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Computer viruses
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Unauthorized access
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Loss of data or profits
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Use or misuse of information provided
Use of this website is at your sole risk.
B. Disclaimer of Warranties
All content is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no guarantees regarding:
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Accuracy
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Completeness
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Timeliness
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Reliability
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Fitness for a specific purpose
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Non infringement
Content may be updated or changed without notice.
C. Disclaimer of Endorsement
References to external organizations, products, or services do not constitute endorsement by Sheriff's HEART. Opinions expressed by third parties do not reflect the views of Sheriff's HEART.
D. External Links
This site contains links to other websites. Sheriff's HEART:
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Is not responsible for external site content
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Does not endorse external sites
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Has no control over security or privacy on external sites
When you leave this website, you are subject to the policies of the external site.
E. No Duty to Maintain Data
Content, links, or features may change or become unavailable at any time. Sheriff's HEART does not guarantee continuous or error free operation of the website.
6. Terms & Conditions of Use
By using this website, you agree to the following:
A. Acceptable Use
You may not:
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Interfere with website operations
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Attempt unauthorized access
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Upload malware or harmful code
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Use the site for unlawful or fraudulent activities
B. Intellectual Property
All text, images, graphics, and media on this site are the property of Sheriff's HEART or used with permission.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or adapt materials without written permission except for personal, non commercial use.
C. Volunteer Applications
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. You agree that information you provide is accurate.
D. Donations
Donations are final unless otherwise required by law. All processing is handled through PayPal.
7. Privacy Choices and Your Rights
You may request to:
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Access your personal information
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Correct inaccurate information
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Delete information when permitted by law
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Unsubscribe from communications
Volunteer applicants may request deletion unless the information must be retained for safety, compliance, or record keeping.
Requests should be submitted using the contact information at the end of this document.
8. Accessibility
Sheriff's HEART is committed to making our website accessible for all users, including those using assistive technologies. If you experience difficulty accessing information, please contact us for assistance.
9. Copyright
All content is protected by applicable copyright laws. You may request permission to reproduce content by contacting us. If permission is granted, you must include acknowledgment stating:
"Used with permission from Sheriff's HEART."
10. Choice of Law
These policies are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes will be resolved in California courts.
11. Modifications to These Policies
Sheriff's HEART may modify these policies at any time. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of all updates.
12. Contact Information
For questions, corrections, concerns, or requests related to these Website Policies, please contact:
Sheriff's Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team (HEART)
Email:
Mailing Address: [Insert Mailing Address]